VI. WRITING
Choose the sentence (a, b, c  d) which is closest in meaning to the sentence printed before.

1. In spite of her difficult living conditions, she worked extremely hard.

a. She worked very hard in difficult conditions.

     b. She worked very hard but she still lived in difficult conditions.

     c. She worked very hard even though her living conditions were difficult.

     d. She worked very hard because her living conditions were difficult.

2. It was impossible to find Tony anywhere.

     a. Tony was unable to go anywhere                                b. Tony could not be found anywhere.

     c. It was possible to find Tony.                                       d. Tony could go anywhere he liked.

3. Fewer people came to the meeting than we had expected.

a. Too many people came to the meeting.

     b. There were more people at the meeting, than we had expected.

     c. There were not enough seats for all people as we had expected.

     d. We had expected more people to come to the meeting.

4. The results of the research are not only impressive, but also alarming.

a. The results of the research are not alarming. but impressive.

b. The results of the research are alarming. but not impressive.

c. The results of the research are not either impressive or alarming

d.The results of the research are both impressive and alarming.

5. Mark is not interested in teaching..

     a. Mark would like to teach.                                             b. Teaching is not interesting to Mark.

     c. Mark didn't think teaching is interesting.                      d. Mark knows how to teach.

Rewrite the sentences beginning with the given words without changing their meaning:

1.His joot was injured.He managed to watk to the nearest hospital

-->Al though......

2.A lthough Tom was poor studen he studied very well

-->In spite of................

3.The distance from Ha Noi to Hai Phong is about 100 km

 -->It 's about........

4.There ware trajjic jams in this treet during rush hour

--> There used to........... 

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I. Rewrite the sentences:

1. Although he often tells lies, the headmaster believes him. => In spite of

2. In spite of her dislike for coffee, she drank it to keep herself warm. => Although

3. He couldn't earn enough money for living although he worked hard. => Despite

4. Although Jane wrote for the tickets, she still had to stand in line. => In spite of

5. We get a good room though we didn't phone the hotel. => Despite

6. She was admitted to the university in spite of her low grades. => Although

7. Despite the terrible food, he still eats in that restaurant. => Although

8. We did the test well though it was difficult. => In spite of

9. The flight was not delayed though it was foggy. => Despite

10. Although he is talented, no one likes him. => In spite of

1. Mary tried to keep calm although she was very disappointed.
 Despite ________________________________________
2. Even though it was raining heavily, the explorers decided to continue their journey.
 In spite of ________________________________________
3. He had worked very hard but he failed.
Even though ________________________________________
4. Although Tom was a poor student, he studied very well.
 In spite of ________________________________________
5. Although the weather was bad, she went to school on time.
 Despite ________________________________________
6. My mother told me to go to school although I was sick.
 In spite of ________________________________________
7. Although there was a big storm, they decided to leave home.
 In spite of ________________________________________
8. Tom was admitted to the university although his grades were bad.
 Despite ________________________________________
9. Although she has a physical handicap, she has become a successful woman.
 Despite ________________________________________
10. In spite of his good salary, Tom gave up his job.
 Although ________________________________________
11. Though he had not finished the paper, he went to sleep.
 In spite of ________________________________________
12. In spite of the high price, my daughter insists on going to the movies.
 Even though ________________________________________
13. In spite of her dislike for coffee, she drank it to keep herself warm.
 Although ________________________________________
14. He couldn’t earn enough money for living although he worked hard.
 Despite ________________________________________
15. Although Jane wrote for the tickets, she still had to stand in line.
 In spite of ________________________________________
16. We get a good room though we didn’t phone the hotel.
 Despite ________________________________________
17. She was admitted to the university in spite of her low grades.
 Although ________________________________________
18. Despite the terrible food, he still eats in that restaurant.
 Although ________________________________________
19. The flight was not delayed though it was foggy.
 Despite ________________________________________
20. Although he is talented, no one likes him.
 In spite of ________________________________________

Rewrite each sentence, beginning with the words provided: 1. Tom did not pass the examination even though his parents supported him 6. He passed the final examination even though he was frequently absent from class  In spite of ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 7. She is still fat even though she has been on a diet for 2 years Despite ……………………............................................…………………………………………………………………………….……… 8. Although she doesn’t earn much money, she spends like a millionaire  In spite of................................................................................................................................................................................. 9. He went to bed early even though he didn’t finish his lesson Despite ……………………............................................………………………………………………………………..…………….……… 10. Remember to treat him well even though you don’t like him  In spite of.............................

 Rewrite the sentences using the words in brackets.

1. Despite her dislikes for coffee, she drank it to keep herself warm. (although)

2. Mary will take a plane, even though she dislikes flying. (in spite of)

3. In spite of Marcy’s sadness at losing the contest, she managed to smile. (although)

4. We took many pictures though the sky was cloudy. (despite)

5. Despite her poor memory, the old woman told interesting stories to the children, (even though)

6. Though he has been absent frequently, he has managed to pass the test. (in spite of)

7. Nancy told me the secret despite having promised not to do so. (though)

8. We plan to buy a ticket for the drawing although we know we will not win a prize. (even though)

9. In spite of the high price, my daughters insist on going to the movies every Saturday. (even though) 10. He ate the chocolate cake even though he is on a diet. (in spite of) 

change from although/ though/ even though - in spite of / despite starting as available

1. although he was tired , he walked to the station

despite ..........................................................

2. although it was noisy , the children slept well

the children ....................................................

3. though linda earned a low salary , she gave mony to her parents

in spite of ..............................................................

4. tom went to work even though he didn't feel very well

tom ...........................................................

5. their new product turned out to be a success though the market studies were pessimistic

their .............................................................

6. julie failed the exam though she worked very hard

julie ............................................................

7. although john got the highest result in the class , he still had problems with the teacher

in spite of ...........................................................................

Rewrite the sentences using the words in brackets.

 Câu 1 : Despite her dislikes for coffee, she drank it to keep herself warm. (although)

Câu 2. Mary will take a plane, even though she dislikes flying. (in spite of)

=>

Câu 03: In spite of Marcy’s sadness at losing the contest, she managed to smile. (although)

=>

Câu 4. We took many pictures though the sky was cloudy. (despite)

=>

Câu 5. Despite her poor memory, the old woman told interesting stories to the children, (even though)
=>

Câu 6. Though he has been absent frequently, he has managed to pass the test. (in spite of)

Câu 07:

Câu 7. Nancy told me the secret despite having promised not to do so. (though)
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Câu 8. We plan to buy a ticket for the drawing although we know we will not win a prize. (even though)
=>

Câu 9. In spite of the high price, my daughters insist on going to the movies every Saturday. (even though)
=>

Câu 10. He ate the chocolate cake even though he is on a diet. (in spite of)
………………………………………………………………………….

Câu 11. Although Nam is not an intelligent student, he can learn very fast. => Despite / In spite of ______________________________________.

Câu 12. Because Hoa was rich, she could buy that house. => Because of _____________________________.

Câu 13. Because the rain was so heavy, I couldn't go to school. => Because of _________________________________.

Câu 14. His father asked him to go stay at home because he was sick. => Because of ______________________________________.

Câu 15. Because there was an accident, I was late. => Because of _______________________.

Câu 16. She failed the University entrance exam because her grades were bad. => Because of _____________________________________________.

Câu 17. Although he has a physical handicap, he has become a successful business man. => Despite ________________________________________________________.

Câu 18. Because of the cheap price, my wife insists on buying the Tivi. => Because __________________________________________.

Câu 19. Although it was raining heavily, we still went to school. => Despite / In spite of ____________________.

Câu 20. Because I studied hard, I passed the exam. => Because of ________________________.

Change from although/ though/ even though-> in spite of despite,starting as available.

1. Although he was tired, he walked to the station.

-> Despite ...............................................................

2. Although it was noisy, the chirldren slept well.

-> The children ......................................................

3. THuogh Linda earned a low salary, she gave money to her parents.

-> ............................................................................................................

4. Tom went to work even though he didn't feel very well.

-> TOm ...............................................................................

5. Their new product turned out to be a success though the market studies were pessimistic.

-> ...........................................................................................................................................

6. Juile failed the exam though she worked very hard.

-> .................................................................................

7. Although john got the highest result in the class, he still had problems with the teacher.

-> In spite of ..................................................................................................................................

8. Although it was difficult , they managed to climb to the top of the moutain .

-> Despite ...........................................................................................................

9. Even though he is a little overweight , he is actually quite fit.

-> Despite .....................................................................................

10. Although politicians are necessary for , they are still liars and thieves.

-> In spite of ..................................................................................................................